Pentair Pelican PC600
Whole-house carbon tank (1-3 bathrooms) by Pentair Pelican · Certified claims
$1,049 at FactoryPure, an authorized Pentair dealer, with free shipping (checked Oct 23, 2026); Pentair sells this line through dealers, not direct, and other dealers range $828-$1,299 · checked October 23, 2026. Installation is extra - see the quotes guide for typical installed costs.
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Our verdict
One of only two whole-house lines here with a true performance certification, from the industry's biggest name. The dealer channel makes pricing and warranty terms a conversation - get them in writing.
Specifications & certification
| Type | Whole-house carbon tank (1-3 bathrooms) |
| How it works | A sediment prefilter ahead of a catalytic carbon + KDF tank. No electricity, no backwashing, no drain line. The PC1000 is the same idea sized for 4-6 bathrooms. |
| Certification status | Per the authorized dealer's certification listing: 'Pentair Pelican Water Systems PC600-P Systems are Certified by IAPMO R&T to NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine up to 97%, structural integrity and NSF/ANSI 61 for material safety.' A genuine certified-to claim - for chlorine and materials. |
| Capacity & flow | 650,885 gallons or 5 years (PC600); rated flow 8 GPM |
| Maintenance | Prefilter every 6-9 months; carbon media kit at about 5 years (dealer pricing varies) |
| Installation | No electricity or drain; a plumber may be needed depending on your plumbing |
| Warranty | Dealer listings conflict (5-year vs 10-year tank) - confirm in writing with your dealer |
What it claims to reduce
Pentair Pelican's own published figures, graded by the certification status above.
- Certified 97% chlorine reduction (NSF/ANSI 42)
- Media rated 5 years or 650,885 gallons (PC600)
Buying through a dealer instead?
Culligan, Kinetico and EcoWater don't publish prices. Walk in knowing the ranges and the questions.